Production Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Group Leader in Production for Electric Vehicles (EV) to lead and manage daily manufacturing operations. The role focuses on driving safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. You will be responsible for overseeing production, quality inspections, problem-solving, and implementing built-in quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations, adjusting plans as necessary.

• Drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance (SPQRCE focus).

• Lead teams, manage performance, resolve conflicts, and drive accountability.

• Oversee production, quality inspections, problem-solving, and built-in quality initiatives.

• Train, develop, and evaluate hourly team members.

• Build and sustain high-performing teams.

• Motivate employees using standardized work methods.

• Ensure team members receive adequate Job Instruction Training (JIT).

• Coach, counsel, and mentor other Group Leaders.

• Lead and support Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) processes.

• Serve as a resource for launch and pilot activities.

• Meet or exceed production, cost, and schedule objectives.

• Apply lean and synchronous manufacturing principles.

• Implement systems that prevent recurrence of known issues.

• Maintain awareness of GM quality standards and expectations.

• Ensure all processes meet required quality standards.

• Understand and consistently administer National and Local UAW Agreements.

• Cultivate a respectful, compliant work environment.

• Promote and enforce safe work practices.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workplace.

• Ensure effective use of personnel, materials, and equipment.

• Support continuous improvement in material flow and supply chain efficiency.

• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing, production, or supply chain environment with a minimum of 2 years experience.

• Basic computer skills including email, word processing, and typing.

• Willingness to work rotating shifts and weekends.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, develop, and evaluate hourly employees.

• Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and variation reduction.

• Experience meeting production schedules, cost targets, and quality requirements.

• Ability to promote and enforce safe work practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree regardless of experience.

• UAW experience is ideal but not required.

• Familiarity with Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) or similar operating systems.

• Prior experience supporting launch or pilot production activities.

• Experience in automotive manufacturing or high-volume production environments.

• Knowledge of Built-in Quality initiatives, DFSS/Red X certification.

• Understanding of time-keeping systems.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, prescription drug coverage, and wellness support programs. Benefit from retirement savings options, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage. Access employee discounts, vehicle purchase programs, and career development opportunities within a stable global automotive manufacturer.

Work Environment

Work in an environment manufacturing integrated air modules, fuel rails, lifter oil manifold assemblies, fuel injectors, EV battery cooling lines, and V8 intake manifolds. The facility has historical roots dating back to the Rochester Products Division, with recent investments totaling $68 million to support EV battery cooling lines, V8 intake manifolds, and fuel rails.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Rochester, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $37.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Rochester, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,NY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.